Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat). When you speak about Prince to his handler at boarding, Her reply... I just don't understand why Prince is not adopted yet. He is such a good boy... Honestly we don't know why either. Prince aka Privledge is still waiting for his "Happily Ever After". Prince is waiting for a home. He has been living in boarding in New Windsor NY. for some time now. Simply put, Prince is a great dog. Prince will charm you with his personality. He is obedient, smart, and kind. He is going to make an awesome pet. Prince deserves to live his life with a family who will welcome him, and love him. Prince will be a good fit with children who are a bit older and mindful. He will need a meet and greet if there is another dog in the home making sure they are compatible. Prince can not live with cats. Prince is 3 years old, neutered, crate and house trained. How about giving him a chance so he can live a normal life. All he needs is a chance to prove what a great boy he is. If you can foster or want to adopt Prince, please apply. http://www.nycsecondchancerescue.org/

American Staffordshire Terrier Mix

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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Maggie was abandoned on the side of the road in North Carolina with her toys and a bowl of water where she stayed for 2 days until someone rescued her. She is a little over a year old and is the perfect size at 45 lbs but feels even lighter when she curls up on your lap. She tends to be more of the quiet couch potato, but she LOVES to play. She hasn't quite gotten the gist of playing fetch and loves her toys. She will bring you a toy and when you try to take it from her to play catch you will end up playing tug of war, of course if you don't try to take it from her she will try putting it on your lap until you do. She is very food motivated, allowing her to learn her commands quickly with treats. She knows sit, stay, lay down, up, & come. She thinks shes a lap dog, loves to watch TV, give lots of kisses, and she loves to burrow behind you or under pillows or blankets. Maggie Mae is a follower and a snuggler. She wants nothing more than to be sleeping on or next to you and will follow you everywhere. Maggie Mae would love a large fenced in back yard to run free in. Her energy comes in spurts so a really intense game of catch tends to wear her out quickly. She wants to be your constant companion, your reason to have a smile on your face, your best friend, and she deserves to be someones world. For this reason, she would do best in a very active home with no other pets, no small children, and experience with rescue dogs. To adopt Maggie Mae please apply at http://nycsecondchancerescue.org/app-form/

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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Little Foot is a 15 year old dog who has been dealing with epilepsy since 2004 as reported by the owner. According to the previous owner the seizures have escalated. a Little Foot needs a home that has experience with epileptic dogs

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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat). What a difference love can make. This is our sweet Sienna Rose, many of you already know her story. For those who do not, Sienna is a survivor of the horrific world of dog fighting. Sweet Sienna has beat the odds, she has made an amazing transformation, and she is one of the sweetest girls you will ever meet. Due to her past, she does have to be the only dog in the home. She is wonderful with children and just loves everyone. Some of her favorite hobbies are laying around and cuddling, running and playing fetch in the yard, and just watching TV next to her person. Sienna is more than ready to find furever- can you please help her in this journey and share her story and picture? If you are interested in this beautiful girl, please go to www.nycsecondchancerescue.org and fill out an application

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Posted Breed: Argentinian Mastiff / Shar Pei / Mixed (short coat). In search of a devoted sidekick who will enjoy accompanying me on trail walks, hiking, swimming, and taking over the world! The long days consist of belly rubs and massages, after pursuing peace and happiness. I am confident, so I'll need a sidekick with a strong personality; someone who isn't afraid of letting me know when I'm wrong. (But I'm always right!) I am a little picky of 4 legged friends, so it will be my pleasure to meet them first, before I commit.
Older chi ldren preferred and no kitties please.
If you get approved for the position, my people will sponsor a 6 week training session for you with my trainer, so you get to know me better! Please contact: peachez01@gmail.com for an application, or TEXT your email to: 646-441-0332
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Neutered / up to date on shots / microchipped / Must be over the age of 23 yrs old / application / references

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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Pink, a brindle beauty is looking for her forever. Pink is presently with a foster who adores her. Pink has learned to be a perfect little lady at home. She is obedient and very smart. She is very affectionate and loves to give kisses and cuddle. She loves to be with her people.Pink is the perfect cuddle bug, although she does not sleep in bed with her foster she lays on the floor in her own bed, she's very insistent upon being tucked in at night. She is doing much better on leash and is an eye catcher with her stunning looks. Pink is house trained and crate trained. Pink would do best in a home with kids over 5. She does well with dogs her size. She is going to make an awesome addition as a family pet. If you would like to adopt Pink Please Apply http://nycsecondchancerescue.org/app-form

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Posted Breed: Terrier / Mixed (medium coat). This is Emilio, he is 3 years old, neutered, very sweet, is not affected by cats, very submissive if other dogs try to intimidate him. Emma and Emilio are a bonded husband and wife pair and they are just as sweet as can be! And they are very much in love! They love everyone & and each other so much! This loving pair are both three years old, spayed/neutered and house trained. They are good with other dogs (although Emilio is very protective of his girl, Emma, in a very sweet way!) and also with cats. They are both sweet with everyone and walk great on a leash. Emilio is stoic and Emma is a wild child who wants to explore anything and everything! If you would like to adopt this sweet duo who would make a great addition to any family, please fill out an application at: www.nycsecondchancerescue.org/app-form/

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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Meet Roxie who is need of a forever home. Roxie is a stunning pit mix who is 2.5 yrs old. Roxie does not only carry good looks she is very smart. She knows Basic commands and is proud to act on them when told. She enjoys just about everything and will make a wonderful companion for someone who loves the outdoors such as hiking, jogging and walks. But there is more to this beautiful girl. She has a wonderful balance. Loves her people and is very loyal. Roxie loves to cuddle is super affectionate can be chill she is just a big mush! Roxie is a little shy when meeting welcoming friends but it does not take her long before she is by your side wanting to be your new best friend. She presently is living with two teens at her foster home and wants to be part of their circle enjoying their company and friends they invite to the home. Roxie would make an awesome only pet. If other dogs are in the home Roxie would be best with dogs who are submissive she would need a very slow introduction as she has become fearful of other dogs because of a little scuffle in the home. An understanding owner willing to take things slow and help her overcome some of that fear if other dogs are in the home would be best. Her foster is presently working on taking her for walks with their male dog hoping in time this fear will diminish entirely. Roxie was friendly and interested when meeting a litter of puppies. We believe this scuffle between dogs in the home has just set her back a little but we are hopeful things will move in the right direction with an owner who understands this situation. Roxie would need a cat free home. She is truly a wonderful loyal girl with so much to offer to a family who is willing to make her part of their home and life. She is house trained, crate trained up to date on all her shots/vetting and is spayed. She weighs about 75 pounds. If she has captured your heart and you would like to adopt her please fill out an application with us.

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Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Nikea is a stunning brindle beauty who would make a great addition to any family! She's approx 1 year old, 40-45lbs & great w kids of all ages, dogs & cats!!!
She's fully vetted & currently in foster in NC.
To apply to adopt Nikea, please go to www.nycsecondchancerescue.org!!

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Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat). Belle is a gorgeous & sweet lab x who melts the hearts of everyone she meets. She's only a year old, but suffers from an old trauma that cannot be surgically re ... paired. She gets along fine, but she hops w her back end & drags herself when tired. She's a total doll & loves everyone she meets. We rescued her from SC after she was dumped in someone's yard. Belle has no idea anything is wrong w her, but she is special needs though otherwise perfectly healthy. We love Belle & want the best home for her. A home without stairs & a yard would be ideal for her. www.nycsecondchancerescue.org to apply for Belle! She's good w dogs & kids